FAO is currently hiring Multiple Assistants(x6)

Background (FAO)

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to combating hunger, improving nutrition, and ensuring global food security. Founded on October 16, 1945, the FAO operates under the Latin motto fiat panis, meaning “let there be bread,” reflecting its mission to provide sustenance for all.

Office Assistant

Position: Office Assistant (G-5)
Posting Date: 1 July 2025
Application Deadline: 15 July 2025, 23:59 (Rome Time)
Organization Unit: Office of the Deputy Director-General (DDC)
Job Type: Fixed-Term Staff Position
Duty Station: Rome, Italy
Duration: 2 years (with possibility of extension)
Post Number: 0010685

Minimum Requirements

Education: Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Minimum four years of relevant experience in office administration or management support roles.
Languages: Fluency in English (Proficiency Level C).
IT Skills: Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), internet applications, and office technology equipment.

Residency Requirement:
This position is open to local recruitment only. Candidates must either:

• Be a national of the duty station country, or
• Hold a valid work permit/visa and reside within daily commuting distance of the duty station at the time of application.

Core Competencies:
✔ Results-Driven – Delivers accurate and timely outputs.
✔ Team Collaboration – Works effectively in a multicultural environment.
✔ Clear Communication – Exchanges information clearly and concisely.
✔ Relationship Building – Maintains productive partnerships with colleagues and stakeholders.
✔ Continuous Improvement – Shares knowledge and adapts to enhance work processes.

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National Gender Assistant

Position: National Gender Assistant
Posting Date: 30 June 2025
Application Deadline: 14 July 2025, 23:59 (Iraq Time)
Duty Station: Karbala, Iraq
Organizational Unit: FNIRQ
Job Type: Non-staff position (National Project Personnel – NPP)
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension subject to performance and funding)

Position Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in women’s empowerment programs within agriculture/rural development
• Fluency in Arabic and working knowledge of English
• Iraqi nationality (mandatory requirement)

FAO Core Competencies

• Achieves Results – Delivers quality work on time
• Collaborates Effectively – Works well in diverse teams
• Communicates Clearly – Shares information transparently
• Builds Partnerships – Develops strong stakeholder relationships
• Improves Continuously – Learns and adapts to enhance outcomes

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Project Procurement Assistant

📅 Posting Date: 30 June 2025
⏰ Application Deadline: 14 July 2025, 23:59 (Philippine Standard Time)

📍 Duty Station: Mandaluyong City, Philippines
🏢 Organizational Unit: FAPHI (FAO Philippines)
📝 Contract Type: Non-staff position (National Project Personnel)
⌛ Duration: 12 months (including 3-month probationary period)

Minimum Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in procurement and logistics
• Working knowledge of English (Proficiency Level C)
• Philippine nationality (required)

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FAO Core Competencies:

✔ Delivers Results – Meets deadlines and achieves quality outputs
✔ Team Player – Collaborates effectively in multicultural teams
✔ Clear Communicator – Conveys information accurately and professionally
✔ Relationship Builder – Develops strong partnerships with stakeholders
✔ Continuous Learner – Shares knowledge and improves processes

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Purchasing Assistant

Position: Purchasing Assistant
Location: Port-au-Prince, Haiti (with possible in-country travel)
Contract Type: National Project Personnel (NPP) – Temporary
Duration: 1 year (with 3-month probationary period and possibility of extension)

📅 Posting Date: June 24, 2025
⏰ Application Deadline: July 8, 2025, 23:59 (Haiti Time)
🏢 Unit: FAO Representation in Haiti (FLHAI)

Minimum Requirements:

✔ Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
• or equivalent technical diploma with additional qualifying experience

✔ Experience:

• Minimum 1 year in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management

✔ Languages:

• Full professional proficiency in French and Haitian Creole (written and spoken)

✔ Nationality:

• Haitian citizenship (mandatory requirement)

FAO Core Competencies:

• Delivers Results – Completes tasks efficiently and meets deadlines
• Team Collaboration – Works effectively in multicultural teams
• Effective Communication – Exchanges information clearly
• Partnership Building – Develops productive working relationships
• Continuous Learning – Improves processes through knowledge sharing

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Assistant FAO Representative (Programme)

Position: National Professional Officer (NPO)
Grade Level: N-2
Duty Station: Port Louis, Mauritius
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (1 year, renewable)

📅 Posting Date: 27 June 2025
⏰ Application Deadline: 18 July 2025, 23:59 (Mauritius Time)

Minimum Requirements:

✔ Education:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in:
  • Agriculture • Agricultural Economics • Forestry • Fisheries
  • Natural Resources • Rural Development • Business Administration
  • International Relations or related field

✔ Experience:

• 3+ years in:
  • Food/agriculture programming & planning
  • Technical cooperation projects
  • Public/private sector experience in relevant fields

✔ Languages:

• Professional proficiency in English (Level C)
• Fluency in local language(s) of Mauritius

✔ Nationality:

• Mauritian citizenship required

Core Competencies:

• Achieves Results – Delivers quality outputs on time
• Team Player – Collaborates effectively in diverse teams
• Clear Communicator – Shares information concisely
• Relationship Builder – Develops strong partnerships
• Continuous Learner – Improves processes through knowledge sharing

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Assistant FAO Representative (Programme)

Position: Assistant FAO Representative (Programme)
Grade: NPO/N-2
Duty Station: Victoria, Seychelles
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (1 year, renewable)

📅 Posting Date: 27 June 2025
⏰ Application Deadline: 18 July 2025, 23:59 (Seychelles Time)

Essential Qualifications:

✔ Nationality Requirement:

• Must be a citizen of Seychelles

✔ Education:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in:
  • Agricultural Sciences • Agricultural Economics • Forestry/Fisheries
  • Natural Resource Management • Rural Development
  • Business Administration • International Relations
  • Other FAO-relevant disciplines

✔ Professional Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience in:
  • Food/agriculture programme planning & implementation
  • Technical cooperation projects
  • Public/private sector engagement in relevant fields

✔ Languages:

• Professional working proficiency in English (Level C)
• Fluency in Seychellois Creole

Core Competencies:

• Achieves Results – Delivers quality programme outcomes
• Team Collaboration – Works effectively across sectors
• Strategic Communication – Conveys complex ideas clearly
• Partnership Building – Develops multi-stakeholder alliances
• Continuous Improvement – Enhances systems through knowledge sharing

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